"Udon Thani" as it is generally referred to by the local population, is a busy town in the north-east of "issan" Thailand 560kms from Bangkok. Udon Thani province in issan stretches from the border province of Nong Khai in the north, to Khon Kaen in the south, Sakon Nakhon in the east, and Nong Bua Lam Phu in the west udon thani province really is a great place to visit anytime of the year.